As the date approaches for Tech N9ne at Crossroads KC (August 24), we must take a look back at what being at a Tech N9ne show is all about: the Tech N9ne experience (T9X).

Here we have a story from Jeremiah Sullivan from Detroit, who wrote us his detailed account of his Tech N9ne experience. In case you were ever wondering if knowing all the words to every single one of your favorite rap songs would ever pay off, Jeremiah can answer that for you: YES. Continue reading

“I just wanna die. I don’t want to wake up. I don’t wanna ‘cause that’s the way that I feel.
I’m barely hanging on. I don’t want to wake up. I don’t wanna ‘cause that’s the way it has to be.”

- Tech N9ne, Suicide Letters Continue reading

If you’ve been frequenting the Tech N9ne blog for the last eight months or so (and why wouldn’t you?) then you have probably seen one of TechNIXian816’s astounding fan covers – whether it’s him spitting “Worldwide Choppers” at double (!) speed or posting a cover less than an HOUR after the track was released, TechNIXian816 never disappoints. Continue reading

There are always a few things that Fan Features have in common. First, and the most obvious, is the individual’s love for Tech N9ne or another Strange artist. It wouldn’t be a Fan Feature otherwise. Second, is the reason behind that love. Much of the time it’s because of the lyrics and the beats. You can’t help but vibe with it. And certainly that’s a good reason, but it’s not too often that we get another musician’s perspective on why Tech has affected them. Even more rare is a musician from another country who genuinely appreciates what Tech N9ne and Strange Music represents.

Sam, better known as Jesta in the UK, has already been featured on Tech N9ne’s blog with his “Overtime” cover. He was hesitant to cover Tech originally, but with the encouragement of his friends, he’s got quite a few covers up on his YouTube channel. There are a few reasons why his versions are different. He can sing smoothly and keep up with the pace of the rhymes, but what stands out most is that he does it all with just an acoustic guitar. Jesta, who is currently 21, states that music runs in his family, and he’s been rapping since he was only eleven years old. After a friend of his introduced him to Tech N9ne during the Everready (The Religion) era, he was hooked. At first, of course, it was because Tech’s music is so infectious, but it didn’t take long for Jesta to realize there was a lot more to the man than talent. Jesta writes:

“[Tech N9ne's] music is a huge inspiration and comfort for me. Not just in a sense of emotions but also knowing that a rapper can do everything independently and build an empire from the profit gained. That’s a beautiful thing.”

“Am I A Psycho?”

Four simple words from a Tech N9ne song help a young struggling artist from Noblesville, Indiana. Continue reading

“That which we call a rose, by any other name would smell just as sweet.”
-William Shakespeare. England. 1595

“What’s sizzlin’?!”
-Josh Smith. Jacksonville. 2009

Timeless tales of forbidden love come in all shapes and forms, and the story of devoted Technicians Krystin and Josh Smith could surely give Romeo & Juliet a run for their money. Continue reading

Everyone has had a time in their life when things just don’t go the way they had planned. We have all had days where we wish we could just go back to sleep, hopefully to wake up again and have everything go our way. Sometimes, the day from hell can turn into the week from hell, and in some cases, the month from hell. Continue reading

TJ Rackley has been a Strange Music fan from the young age of 11. The Texas native has seen a lot of strife in his 17 years. Continue reading

One of the most important things to Strange Music as the top indie hip hop label is the constant impression that it leaves on the world.  From the iconic snake and bat logo to the hundreds of unique designs for each artist on the label, Strange Music continues to deliver the highest quality merchandise so that fans may proudly represent their love for the music.

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How far did you travel to work today…10 miles?…15 miles?…30 miles?  CPL Jeff Massong from Yakima, Washington traveled 6,784 miles and hasn’t been back from work for three years. Continue reading